I bought this workout pack 2 weeks ago after seeing it showcased on the fitness channel. I've tryed a lot of workout tapes before and never liked any of them. This stuff is different. To start off with, you don't bounce around. Ladies, this one won't leave your chest hurting. Every move is very precise. Second, it works. My first week, everyday and without the bands (I hadn't bought any yet)I did one of the videos. I lost 5 lbs, 3% body fat, and 4 inches. I now have the bands, and the workout is really tough with them. I can't finish most of the sets with them on so I toss them off my hands when I have to, then pick them back up next round.
The downsides: Billy sometimes says one more set and then starts talking and three sets later you're thinking "shut up already!" Shellie, however, does a great job on keeping the count steady. Next, you gotta buy the bands, and that sucks. And finally, The one dvd, Basic, is really just to teach you technique and strengthen you enough to be able to do the heavier tapes. It serves it's purpose well, but anyone beyond that point will think that one was a waste of their money.
All told, I love it. I'm still losing weight and feeling great and I plan to get more of the Billy Blanks dvds.